Kixcare

Cindy Bourgault

Nurse Practitioner

Meet Cindy Bourgault, a Family Nurse Practitioner with 18 years of diverse nursing experience, encompassing primary care, intensive and cardiac care, emergency care, and northern nursing. In her NP program, Cindy specialized in pediatrics, mentoring with a pediatrician, and managed a pediatric clinic in the Canadian Arctic. Her extensive background has honed her skills as a healthcare system navigator. Passionate about health and wellness, Cindy is also a devoted mother to a vibrant 10-year-old boy and stepmother to children aged 11 and 12, enjoying the dynamic family life. She eagerly anticipates bringing her expertise and care to your family through her work.

Yen Lee Siah

Registered Nurse

Meet Yen Lee, a committed nurse who graduated from McGill University with a Bachelor of Science in Nursing in 2021. Since then, Yen has been serving in the inpatient pediatric medicine unit at the MUHC - Montreal Children's Hospital and has taken on the role of clinical instructor at McGill University. With a strong passion for healthcare, particularly in pediatrics, she is enthusiastic about working with pediatric clients and their families. Yen is excited about her journey with KixCare, where she looks forward to providing her services and caring for patients to the best of her abilities.

Iris Rossomacha

Registered Nurse

Meet Iris Rossomacha, a dedicated Registered Nurse who graduated from the BScN program at McGill University and has accumulated 4 years of valuable experience in the NICU at the Jewish General Hospital of Montreal. Iris’s personal journey as a premature baby born at 27 weeks deeply informs her work in the NICU, driving her passion for pediatric nursing. Fluent in English, French, and Russian, she is eager to enhance her career in the pediatrics field with Kixcare, bringing her unique perspective and linguistic skills to support diverse patient needs.

Peri Shaw

Registered Nurse

Meet Peri Shaw, a bilingual En/Fr Registered Nurse with experience in pediatric and neonatal intensive care from Sick Kids & Unity Health, and leadership as head nurse at a summer camp in Bruce Peninsula for 2 years. An educator at George Brown College, she balances professional commitments with personal interests in biking, running, and family time.

Lisa Carruthers

Registered Nurse

Meet Lisa Carruthers, a high-energy, optimistic nurse with nearly 20 years at the Montreal Children's Hospital, primarily on the night shift to spend more time with her two young sons. Specializing in neonatology, Lisa's passion for all things pediatrics drives her to stay current in the field. She is also pursuing her Masters in Health Professional Education at the University of Ottawa. Outside of her professional life, Lisa enjoys family activities, working out at the gym, painting, and exploring new recipes, adding a creative and joyful dimension to her busy life.

Catherine Lloyd

Registered Nurse

Meet Catherine, an experienced nurse with a varied career spanning cardiology, neurosurgery, and NICU at the Montreal Children's Hospital, to geriatric care at Maimonides and home care for the elderly with CLSC, where she was a team leader. Catherine's dedication extends to community nursing, particularly in adult mental health, and she has contributed to a sleep-away camp for children in Algonquin Park for 8 years. Outside of her professional life, she cherishes time with her 5 adult children and 4 grandchildren, highlighting her nurturing and family-oriented nature.

Cristina Tullio

Registered Nurse

Meet Cristina Tullio, a devoted nurse clinician with over 6 years of experience in pediatric healthcare. Cristina has a strong background in postpartum and newborn care from her time at the Mcgill University Health Center, as well as extensive experience in pediatric and primary care clinics in Montreal, where she worked both as an RN and nurse manager. Cristina is deeply committed to providing accessible and timely healthcare to families, and she is eager to deliver high-quality care to patients of Kixcare.

Lauren Wells

Nurse Practitioner

Meet Lauren Wells, a Primary Care Nurse Practitioner with over 10 years of experience across various healthcare settings, including Family Health Teams and Community Health Centres. Her background includes work in NICU and Alberta Children's Hospital. She values the mission of KixCare to provide accessible care and enjoys outdoor activities with her children in her free time.

Cherie Ekuban

Nurse Practitioner

Meet Cherie Ekuban, an Registered Nurse with a decade of experience specializing in Neonatal Intensive Care Units and emergency Medicine at Sick Kids Hospital. She pursued a Master's in Nursing and Pediatric Nurse Practitioner designation from the University of Toronto. Now working in the Postpartum unit at McMaster Children's Hospital, she appreciates Kixcare's efficient care model. She enjoys travel, especially with her daughters, and maintains a healthy lifestyle through working out and running.

Dr. Samantha Dankoff

Physician

Meet Dr. Samantha Dankoff, who completed medical school and residency at McGill University, followed by a pediatric emergency fellowship at the Montreal Children’s Hospital. She has worked as a pediatric emergency physician at CHEO in Ottawa and currently serves at the CIUSSS-Ouest-de-l’île in Montreal. Beyond her professional commitments, she enjoys family time, chasing her two young children, and staying active with biking, running, and hiking.

Dr. Dan Poenaru

Physician

Meet Dr. Dan Poenaru, a professor of pediatric surgery at McGill University and a senior scientist at the Research Institute of the McGill University Health Centre. He holds master’s degrees in health professions education and international development, and a doctorate in health strategy & management. Dr. Poenaru is a FRQS- and CIHR-funded investigator, leading the McGill CommiSur Lab, an associate member of Mila (the Quebec AI Institute), director of the Jean-Martin Laberge Fellowship in Global Pediatric Surgery, and a founding member of the Global Initiative for Children’s Surgery. He has published over 160 scientific papers and book chapters and supervises master’s and PhD students globally, focusing on patient-centered surgical care, healthcare AI, and developing global surgical research capacity.

Dr. Raven Dumont-Maurice

Physician

Meet Dr. Raven Dumont-Maurice, a McGill medicine graduate of 2012 and completed her pediatric residency there in 2016. A proud mother of two and member of the Algonquin nation of Kitigan Zibi, Quebec, she practices community pediatrics in Montreal and Kanehsatà:ke. She serves as the UGME Campus Outaouais Quebec First Nations and Inuits’ Health Content Expert at McGill’s satellite campus in Gatineau.

Dr. Arielle Levy

Physician

Meet Dr. Arielle Levy, a pediatric emergency physician and associate professor at the University of Montreal, who earned her master's degree in medical education with a focus on medical simulation from the University of Cincinnati in 2011. Since 2012, she has been the academic medical co-director at the Sainte-Justine hospital-based simulation centre, actively involved in simulation education. Dr. Levy has been a key member of the Canadian Pediatric Simulation Network since 2012, serving as co-chair since 2014, and has been involved in various national and international emergency and simulation conferences. She was part of the Royal College Pediatric Examination OSCE Committee since 2010 and the Pediatric Emergency Examination Committee since 2014. In 2015, she joined the Simulation Task Force and was recently appointed as co-chair of the RC Simulation Accreditation Committee. Dr. Levy co-authored the 2020 AHA Resuscitation Education Science Guidelines and the COVID-19 resuscitation guidelines. She received the Best Teacher Award from the University of Montreal Pediatric Department in 2010 and 2012 and the Award for Excellence in Education in 2014, and was appointed as a faculty member of the Royal College Simulation Education Trainer Course in June 2017.

Dr. Michael Arsenault

Physician

Meet Dr. Michael Arsenault, who graduated from medical school at the University of Ottawa in 1992, completed his pediatrics residency at the University of Sherbrooke in 1993, and continued at the University of Montreal until 1996. He finalized his pediatric emergency medicine fellowship in 1997 and has been a key figure in pediatric emergency medicine at Hôpital Ste-Justine since then, including as chief of emergency medicine from 2005 to 2010. Dr. Arsenault was pivotal in establishing Canada’s first pediatric emergency ultrasound service and served on the trauma medicine committee from 2000 to 2020. He has been an associate professor of pediatrics at the University of Montreal since 1997, lives in Outremont, Quebec, and is a family man with two children.

Dr Caroline Ouellet

Physician

Meet Dr. Caroline Ouellet, a Pediatric Emergency physician and assistant professor in the Pediatric Department at McGill, with her medical education from Université de Montréal and pediatric training at Hôpital Sainte-Justine, complemented by a fellowship at BC Children's Hospital in Vancouver. She is certified by the American Board in General Pediatrics and Pediatric Emergency Medicine, she enjoys the great outdoors with her family and friends, reflecting her holistic approach to life and medicine.

Maria Mohareb

Nurse Practitioner

Meet Maria Mohareb, who started her nursing career at Holland Bloorview Kids Rehabilitation Hospital, providing family-centered care and then moved to SickKids to work in Orthopaedic and ENT, mastering pain management, and complex wound care. After earning her Masters in Nursing and Primary Health Care in 2022, she now focuses on Haemoglobinopathies, specifically Sickle Cell and Thalassemia, at SickKids, contributing to KixCare's mission for better primary care access.

Carly Noodelman

Allied Health

Meet Carly Noodelman, a skilled social worker with a Master of Social Work from McGill University and a member of the Professional Order of Social Workers, Family, and Marriage Therapists of Quebec. Carly brings extensive experience within the Health and Social Service network, specializing in Youth Protection, behaviour modification, crisis intervention, and risk assessment. Her work, focused on children of all ages, addresses issues such as anxiety, self-esteem, social struggles, and behavioural issues. Carly’s interventions are strength-based and consider prior lived experiences or traumas, aiming to provide her clients with the necessary tools and support to achieve their personal goals in a healthy manner.

Veronika Nistas

Allied Health

Meet Veronika Nistas, a Board Certified Behaviour Analyst with over a decade of experience specializing in Autism Spectrum Disorder and other Developmental Disabilities. Veronika has worked across diverse settings including homes, schools, and community environments to support children and youth. She offers consulting services in personal homes, assisted-living facilities, hospitals, schools, workplaces, and clinics, and is skilled in training various mediators such as parents/caregivers, personal support workers, and school staff. Additionally, Veronika has experience teaching at an Ontario post-secondary institution. Passionate about delivering personalized care, she aims to empower children to develop essential skills and achieve their full potential. Veronika is dedicated to supporting each family's unique needs through a strength-based approach, meeting children at their current levels to facilitate growth and development.

LeeAnn Lobo

Allied Health

Meet LeeAnn Lobo, a dedicated Nurse Practitioner with over two decades of experience in pediatric care, specializing in child and youth mental health. Driven by a passion for providing comprehensive and compassionate care, LeeAnn focuses on both the physical and mental well-being of young patients. Her patient-centered approach emphasizes collaboration with families and healthcare professionals to develop individualized treatment plans that cater to each child's unique needs. LeeAnn believes in the power of early intervention and support to empower young individuals, helping them lead fulfilling lives. As part of your healthcare team, she is committed to making a meaningful difference in the lives of children and families, fostering resilience, and promoting mental well-being.

Romy Rewald

Allied Health

Meet Romy Rewald, a Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) with over a decade of expertise in applied behavior analysis (ABA). Her extensive experience spans working with diverse populations, including children with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) and other developmental disabilities. Romy excels in designing and implementing behavior intervention programs, conducting thorough assessments, and providing essential training and support to families and caregivers. Known for her compassionate approach and dedication to evidence-based practices, Romy tailors her interventions to meet the unique needs of each child. She is committed to empowering families and caregivers with the tools necessary to support their child’s growth and development effectively.

Elyse Ancrum-Lee

Allied Health

Meet Elyse Ancrum-Lee, a dedicated healthcare professional passionate about improving mental well-being. Understanding that each child, adolescent, and family needs to be met with compassion and empathy, Elyse prides herself on creating an open and trusting environment where clients feel safe to explore their mental health concerns. She graduated with a Bachelor of Science in Nursing from the University of British Columbia in 2015 and furthered her education at Toronto Metropolitan University, earning a Masters in Nursing and a Primary Health Care Nurse Practitioner Certificate in 2020. Elyse’s career has focused on understanding the brain, starting with neurosurgery and trauma clients in downtown settings, and moving on to work with those suffering from substance misuse and pediatric mental health over the past several years.

Dr. Kristen Hallett

Physician

Meet Dr. Kristen Hallett, a seasoned pediatrician with 25 years of experience in both hospital and community settings. Dr. Hallett completed her undergraduate training in Pharmacy at the University of Toronto, followed by Medical School and Pediatric Training at McMaster University. She further enhanced her expertise with a Master's in Health Law from York University's Osgoode Hall. Skilled in managing general and complex pediatric medicine, Dr. Hallett has a particular focus on ADHD and mental health. She is committed to supporting gender-diverse individuals, including those transitioning. Her academic interests span medical education, dermatology, transgender care, developmental concerns, and the legal aspects of medicine, making her a well-rounded advocate for pediatric health and education.

Dr. Eustace

Physician

Meet Dr. Eustace, a dedicated pediatrician, mother of three, professional artist, and competitive athlete with a BSc Honors in Biology from the University of Saskatchewan, followed by an MD in 2000. She honed her skills in ER and PICU as a senior registrar for 6 months in Australia in 2003, then completed her pediatrics residency at the University of Calgary in 2004. She volunteered in Uganda, provided specialist rural locum services in AB and BC, and worked as a pediatric hospitalist for acute and chronic care pediatric patients at Alberta Children’s Hospital from 2005-2023. After relocating to BC in 2017, she worked at the Cowichan Tribe clinic and began at BC Children's Hospital in 2020, engaging in various roles including the Complex Developmental and Behaviour Clinic and ER overflow clinic, clinical teaching units and rehabilitation wards. Dr. Eustace has completed a mini fellowship in mental health, additional training in medical education, and served as the ACH site lead for pain advocacy, managing complex and palliative pediatric care.

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The KixCare Team

Cindy Bourgault

Yen Lee Siah

Iris Rossomacha

Peri Shaw

Lisa Carruthers

Catherine Lloyd

Cristina Tullio

Lauren Wells

Cherie Ekuban

Dr. Samantha Dankoff

Dr. Dan Poenaru

Dr. Raven Dumont-Maurice

Dr. Arielle Levy

Dr. Michael Arsenault

Dr Caroline Ouellet

Maria Mohareb

Carly Noodelman

Veronika Nistas

LeeAnn Lobo

Romy Rewald

Elyse Ancrum-Lee

Dr. Kristen Hallett

Dr. Eustace

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